17 of the Most Romantic Hotels Around the World
Travel is the perfect opportunity to create loving, lasting memories with your significant other. And when you set out to plan a romantic vacation, whether it's domestic or international, you often want hotel accommodations that are equally as romantic. But since picking a hotel is often the hardest part of any trip (the last thing you want is to get to your destination and realize it's not what you envisioned), we've done the work for you and rounded up the perfect places to go for a romantic stay. From coastal views in California, to underwater hideaways in the Maldives, to fairy-tale castle adventures in Canada, these hotel destinations will give you a serious case of wanderlust.
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This stunning castle in the rockies of Alberta, Canada is a prime destination to live out your very own fairy tale. Fairmont Banff Springs is surrounded by beautiful landscape and offers activities perfectly suited for creating lasting memories with your loved one. From the Romantic Castle Escape package, which features luxury accommodation, to the Escape to Willow Stream Spa Package, which includes your choice of spa treatments, this hotel will set the romantic mood for any vacation!
They say food is the way to a person's heart, so feast your eyes on Hôtel Plaza Athénée located on the prestigious avenue Montaigne in Paris. Not only is the hotel stunning, but it also offers Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, a fine dining restaurant which has been awarded not one, not two, but three Michelin stars. Bon appétit.
The Resort at Pedregal in Cabo San Lucas is located on the Southernmost tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula. If you and your partner are looking for luxury in the form of ocean and beach front suites, private plunge pools, a cliffside restaurant, and an award-winning spa, this Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond property might be just the place for you. There's even a Timeless Romantic package, priced at $89,000 (!!!). So if you want to commemorate your vacation with VIP luxury transportation and things like his and her Piaget watches, a jewelry collection for her, and unforgettable experiences like swimming with whale sharks, you might consider springing for this package.
Overlooking the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, Italy, The Gritti Palace boasts enthralling views of the breathtaking lagoon city. This palace embodies the history and culture of Venetian style with a rich collection of decor and artworks.
The Conrad Maldives hotel located on Rangali Island offers the Muraka, which features two levels of accommodations including an above-water bedroom and bathroom with panoramic views, an infinity pool, and a kitchen and dining area. But the most romantic element of it all is the submerged bedroom (16 feet below!), where you'll find a king-size bed, living area, and bathroom surrounded by breathtaking views of coral and sea life. You'll never experience the Indian Ocean quite like this.
With no more than 10 guests on this New Zealand property at a time, Helena Bay Lodge is the definition of privacy for any romantic getaway. The coastal lodge includes a main house and two villas, all on two miles of pristine coastline. The lodge also offers adult-only accommodations, with elevated services and amenities. Those include private terraces, an elevated Michelin-starred dining experience with world-class cuisine, and luxury activities like helicopter transport and private boat charters for diving excursions and fishing trips off the Tutukaka Coast.
Zemi Beach House in Anguilla is the ultimate hideaway, as it's accessible only by way of private plane or sea shuttle from St. Maarten. The Penthouse Suite features a private plunge pool, a rooftop terrace with amazing Caribbean views, and a soaking tub perfect for those late night baths. Couples can also indulge in the hotel's seasonal and sustainable restaurants, three pools, and the award-winning Zemi Thai House Spa, which features the island's only hammam, meditation gardens, rain showers, and vitality pool.
This gem of a hotel in Berkshire, UK is truly fit for a duchess. No, really, Cliveden House even hosted Meghan Markle's pre-royal wedding sleepover! Situated on 360 acres of national trust gardens, you and your love can take part in private boat rides along the River Thames with chef-made picnic lunches. You can also enjoy luxury spa treatments while surrounded by lavender and rose fields. And for those looking for a more secluded retreat, the property's Spring Cottage offers private access to the River Thames and a private garden. Can you say romantic escape?
Headed down under? Well, Southern Ocean Lodge offers a unique travel experience in South Australia. Situated on the edge of a secluded cliff along a stretch of rugged coastline, the lodge has uninterrupted views of the wild Southern Ocean and access to Kangaroo Island wilderness (yes, there are real kangaroos).
This white-sand beachfront resort in Bali, Indonesia offers 108 romantic villas that range from one bedroom to a whopping six-bedroom, two-story Mulia Mansion! The Mulia offers tons of romantic amenities, including a 24/7 private butler, a private swimming pool and Jacuzzi, Ferragamo bath products, round-trip airport transfer, and dedicated buggy service for the duration of your stay. And have you heard of the La La Lune culinary experience? It's a one-of-kind dining option that pays homage to Balinese culture. You'll dine alongside the resort's ocean pier while enjoying a delectable seven-course menu curated by the award-winning team of Soleil.
This house is admired as one of the most lavish Regency mansions in all of Ireland. With only 20 rooms available at any given time, Ballyfin offers the best of Irish hospitality paired with the romantic surroundings of the incredible 614-acre estate.
This adults-only inn is the perfect place to get some much-needed peace and quiet. Complete with honeymoon packages like Romance at the Ranch,Post Ranch Inn lets couples enjoy the stunning setting of Big Sur while indulging in things like massages and fine dining. If that's not enough, the property offers package add-ons like helicopter flights and winery tours.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto in Japan is a destination of quiet luxury where you can take in picturesque views of the Kamo River or relax with a spa ritual inspired by Japan's wellness traditions. Gion is located nearby in case you want to experience the region's finest shopping and entertainment options!
Courtyard Paris Gare de Lyon has a sleek, modern design that offers guests breathtaking panoramic views of all of Paris. Try and spot iconic landmarks like the Eiffel tower, Cathédrale Notre-Dame, Sacré-Coeur, and La Défense.
This open-air hotel sits cliffside in St. Lucia. Here, hotel rooms are known as "sanctuaries" (one look, and you'll immediately see why!), and feature an open fourth wall for uninterrupted sweeping views of the island. Take in the panoramic views from your bed, your bathroom tub, or even your private infinity pool. Jade Mountain Resort has other romantic offerings like multi-course menus on request and a five-star scuba center.
Condado Vanderbilt is home to the only Hammam (Turkish bath) in Puerto Rico. The luxurious space is a great romantic retreat for couples seeking spa treatments and privacy, including a rain shower that simulates natural settings like a rainforest. This year, the hotel is offering the Centennial Package in celebration of it's 100th anniversary, which includes a butler service and a luxurious 100-minute spa treatment.
This is an honorable mention because it falls outside of the resort and hotel title since it's an Airbnb, but there was no way we couldn't include it. I mean, do you see that bed hammock?! This unique bamboo home sits above the lush rice terraces in Bali and offers an unbelievable experience only paralleled by it's views. Ready to book
Camaya Bali Suboya Bamboo House? I know I am.
